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Lakeview Immediate Care
ACCESS Cabrini Family Health
Humboldt Park Family Health Center
Access Booker Family Health Center
Access Pilsen Family Health Center
Warren Family Health Center
Access at Sinai
Access Plaza Family Health Center
Medico San Rafael
Medicos La Villita
Madison Family Health Center
Westside Family Health Center
Centro Medico Clinic
Grand Boulevard Health and Specialty Center
Access Hawthorne Family Health Center
Southwest Family Health Center
Access at Gary Comer Youth Center
Holy Cross Clinic
Auburn-Gresham Family Health Center
Access Evanston-Rogers Park Health Center
Access Brandon Family Health Center
AHF Chicago Healthcare Center
AHF Hyde Park Healthcare Center
Medical Clinic
Great Lakes Division
CALOR
Center for Gender Sexuality and HIV Prevention
Pediatric and Adolescent HIV Program
Lakeview STI Specialty Clinic
Uptown Primary Care Clinic
Austin STI Specialty Clinic
Englewood STI Specialty Clinic
Positive Change
Parkside Health Center
Ruth M Rothstein CORE Center
Dr Jorge Prieto Family Health Center
Cicero Health Center
Erie Humbolt Park Health Center
Erie West Town Health Center
Erie Division Street Health Center
Erie Helping Hands Health Center
Erie Foster Avenue Health Center
Cottage Grove Clinic
James West Clinic
Heartland Human Care Services
Health Care for the Homeless
Rafael Center
Express Outreach Site
Diversey Clinic
Halstead Clinic
Broadway Youth Center
Sheridan Health Center
55th Street Clinic
63rd Street Clinic
Clark Health Center
Homan Square Health Center
Main Clinic
Archer Avenue Health Center
Michael Reese Research and Education
Winfield Moody Health Center
North Kostner Health Center
Komed Holman Health Center
Division of Infectious Disease
Clybourn Office
Loop-West Madison Clinic
River North Clinic
Lincoln Park Clinic
Loop Health Center
Near North Health Center
Wicker Park Center
Englewood Health Center
Austin Health Center
Rogers Park Health Center
HIV Program
Vida/SIDA
Mount Sinai Hospital Infectious Disease Center
HIV/AIDS Clinic
Mile Square Health Center - Humboldt Park
Family Medicine at the Outpatient Care Center Center
Community Outreach Intervention Projects
Community Outreach Intervention Project
Community Outreach Intervention Projects
Chlamydia is the most common STD in the United States and in Chicago. In 2017, there were 30,292 newly reported chlamydia cases in Chicago, which corresponds to a rate of 1,122.4 per 100,000 people. This is the highest reported case count in the city to date. Women accounted for about 60% of cases, possibly due to higher screening rates. While chlamydia is most common among young adults, there has been an increase in cases among adults 50 and over. Between 2013 and 2017, the number of reported cases increased by nearly 150%.
In 2017, there was a total of 11,730 reported gonorrhea cases in Chicago, which corresponds to a rate of 434.6 per 100,000 people, making it the second most prevalent STD in the city. Across the city, the rate of reported cases varied between 0 and 1,211.3, with the three community areas with the highest number of reported cases being North Lawndale, West Garfield Park, and Englewood. There were nearly twice as many reported cases in males compared to females, and about half of cases were diagnosed in those aged 20-29 years.
There were 788 new cases of P&S syphilis in Chicago in 2017, which corresponds to an overall rate of 29.2 per 100,000 people. The communities with the highest average P&S syphilis case rates were Uptown (145.5) and Edgewater (138.0). There were 13 times more cases diagnosed in males than females. Individuals aged 20-29 years were the most frequently diagnosed age group, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported syphilis cases.
Not all STDs have symptoms, increasing the likelihood of them going undetected and spreading from partner to partner. Unfortunately, unlike many other infections, STDs like chlamydia and syphilis do not go away on their own. Left untreated, STDs can cause serious complications like infertility, secondary infections, cancer, HIV, and early death. Regular STD screenings promote early detection and treatment and are essential for overall health and wellness. Chicago is home to several clinics that provide reliable, affordable, and confidential STD screening and treatment.
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) remain one of the most critical public health challenges facing the United States, with approximately 26 million new STD infections occurring every year. Nearly half of these new infections affect young people ages 15 to 24.
Community-based organizations are a vital first line of defense in the fight against STDs and HIV/AIDS in particular. They generate awareness and foster social change while providing access to testing and treatment.
You may not be aware of all the STD resources available in Chicago that can help prevent the spread of STDs. Get connected with these community organizations that are leading the fight against STDs and HIV/AIDS with resources and support:
The city’s Department of Public Health operates several walk-in specialty clinics that provide STD testing and treatment. They are equipped with on-site lab testing and dispensing of medications for STDs like herpes, syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. The clinics accept most types of health insurance but are dedicated to providing high-quality care, regardless of clients’ ability to pay. Appointments are not accepted at these clinics, and clients are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once patient capacity has been reached for the day, clients may still have lab tests drawn as long as they arrive at least one hour prior to closing.
200 E. 115th Street
Chicago, IL 60628
Multiple Chicago locations
312-747-0054
Chicago.gov
Howard Brown Health is a walk-in clinic that provides confidential and comprehensive health services, including primary care, pediatric services, smoking cessation counseling, and STD and HIV services. Upon arrival, clients complete brief registration paperwork and are placed on the walk-in clinic schedule to meet with a registered nurse or health educator. Depending on the type of services received, clinic visits typically last between 45-60 minutes. The clinic provides screening for infections like syphilis; gonorrhea; hepatitis A, B, and C; herpes; and trichomoniasis. Results are available within seven business days of the visit, and clients are only contacted if their results are positive. Some services are available for free, and all others are charged based on a sliding scale to ensure service to everyone, regardless of insurance coverage.
4025 North Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL 60613
773-388-1600
Howardbrown.org
e7 Health offers a full range of health services for professionals, students, and other clients seeking affordable, accessible health care solutions. It operates a private STD clinic that offers instant HIV testing, as well as screening and treatment for common STDs like gonorrhea and chlamydia. Clients may order individual tests or full STD panels, depending on their needs, concerns, and budget. To book an appointment, clients can set up a time slot using the online booking tool, request an appointment through the online form, or call the clinic directly. Most test results are available within three days and can be accessed through the clinic’s cloud-based patient portal, via email or at the office with a photo ID.
29 East Madison Street, Suite #1640
Chicago, IL 60602
312-277-3223
E7health.com
AHF Wellness Center’s Chicago location provides STD testing for common infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and HIV. Clients are seen by testing counselors on a walk-in basis, and all testing is confidential. All STD tests are free and typically take about 30 minutes, though wait times may vary depending on the time of day. In most cases, results are available within three to seven days, and all clients who test positive receive their results over the phone.
2600 South Michigan Avenue, Suite LL-D
Chicago, IL 60616
312-881-3050
Freestdcheck.org
Quest Diagnostics provides affordable testing for a wide variety of diseases and infections, including STDs. It offers a comprehensive 10-test STD panel tests for the 10 most common viral and bacterial STDs in the country. Clients who are concerned about a specific infection or want to determine if an STD has cleared after treatment may opt for individual tests for STDs such as those for syphilis, herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. While it’s not necessary for clients to schedule an appointment for their testing, test clinics are not able to accept payment, so payment must be submitted online or over the phone before going to the testing center. In most cases, test results are available within 48 hours.
111 North Wabash Avenue, Suite #1514
Chicago, IL 60602
866-278-3913
Stdcheck.com